Mrs. Corum’s Intro to Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) students have been exploring toddler development and learning how to support fine motor, gross motor, and intellectual skill growth.

To deepen their understanding, students participated in hands-on learning stations designed to simulate the everyday challenges toddlers face. They practiced writing their names with their toes and tying shoes with socks on their hands to experience how underdeveloped fine motor skills can feel. Students also attempted throwing a ball while keeping their elbows close to their bodies to model emerging gross motor control.

Another challenge required students to build towers while sitting backward in their chairs, highlighting the difficulty of hand-eye coordination at this stage of development. Communication skills were tested as well, as students had to recreate a partner’s tower using only verbal instructions.

Through these activities, students gained a better appreciation for toddler abilities and limitations, as well as the importance of patience, encouragement, and developmentally appropriate support.

Shelby Senter and Avont Jackson were selected as Bement High School’s recipients of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) awards. They were honored alongside students from 13 other area high schools in recognition of their outstanding achievements and leadership.

Middle and High School students and staff participated in ALICE (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evacuate) training this morning. ALICE is a nationally recognized safety program that provides practical, age-appropriate strategies to help individuals respond effectively during a critical incident.

The training was led by our School Resource Officer, Deputy Bross, and focused on reinforcing preparedness, awareness, and the importance of working together to maintain a safe school environment.

William Fuson was our Friday announcement reader. He shared middle school and high school information, announced student birthdays for the upcoming week, presented the trivia question of the day, and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Great job, Will!

Students in Mrs. Corum's Foods 2 class learned the process of canning by partnering with Tabi Elder from Clean Acres Farm and Caitlin Mellendorf with the U of I Extension. Students learned the value of the Farm to Table Process and then worked through the process of canning applesauce by peeling, chopping, and straining their apples. Many new skills were learned along the way that will last with our students for a lifetime.

Students in Mrs. Corum's Foods 2 class learned the process of canning by partnering with Tabi Elder from Clean Acres Farm and Caitlin Mellendorf with the U of I Extension. Students learned the value of the Farm to Table Process and then worked through the process of canning applesauce by peeling, chopping, and straining their apples. Many new skills were learned along the way that will last with our students for a lifetime.

Students in Mrs. Corum's Foods 2 class learned the process of canning by partnering with Tabi Elder from Clean Acres Farm and Caitlin Mellendorf with the U of I Extension. Students learned the value of the Farm to Table Process and then worked through the process of canning applesauce by peeling, chopping, and straining their apples. Many new skills were learned along the way that will last with our students for a lifetime.

Attention Grades 3-5: Drumming Bulldog Members
Drumming Bulldogs has been cancelled for after school today, Thursday February 12, 2026
Please make plans for transportation right after school today at 3:15.
Thank you for understanding the change.
Mrs. Sweet

Attention Bulldog Families! 🐾

✔️ Early Dismissal — Friday, February 13 at 12:00 PM
✔️ No School — Monday, February 16

Please plan ahead, and enjoy the extended weekend!

FCCLA Week-Rhyme Without Reason Day

FCCLA Week-Rhyme Without Reason Day

Tessa Summar was our Friday announcement reader. She shared middle school and high school information, announced student birthdays for the upcoming week, presented the trivia question of the day, and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Great job, Tessa!

More 7th/8th STEM and science photos

7th and 8th grade STEM and science students had the opportunity on Wednesday to go to Heartland Community College to the Challenger learning center. For half the day students participated in a mission to Mars where they competed tasks as if they were on a space shuttle or in Mission Control. Students also did instant STEM challenges that involved computer coding and wind turbine experiments.

All High School Students are invited to help celebrate National FCCLA Week February 9th-13th by participating in Dress Up Days. FCCLA week is a national celebration that unites members, advisors, alumni, and supporters in honoring and promoting the extraordinary impact of Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA). Taking place during Career and Technical Education (CTE) month, FCCLA week showcases how student leaders across the country are preparing to thrive in their futures through service, education, and career development.

Attention MS & HS Softball Players:
Open Gym for February 8 will be held from 12:00-2:00 instead of the normal time in CG.
It will go back to its normal time 1-3 on Feb 15. Thank you for understanding this change for 2/8/26.
Coach Durbin & Coach Ramey

“Don’t Hate, Elevate” assembly was present to our 5-8 grade students today. This impactful and engaging assembly encourages kindness and compassion, prioritizing mental health and understanding small decisions can make a big difference. It was a great assembly!

Attention CGB JH Volleyball Families and Players
The game tonight, February 2, 2026 at Bement will start at 6:00pm.
(The B game scheduled for 5pm has been cancelled).

Bement High School Student Council is sponsoring an upcoming blood drive on February 27th. Use the link below to book your appointment.

https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=BEMENTHS

All presenting donors will receive an ARC t-shirt along with a $20 e-gift card!